Before you dive headfirst into your career goals essay for your MBA applications, here’s a little advice that might surprise you: Stop. Yes, you read that right – we’re telling you to pause. Take a breath. Step away from the keyboard. Assuming you’ve already narrowed down your list of target MBA programs, your smartest first …
INSEAD’s MBA application might seem extensive with its multiple essays and job descriptions, but that’s actually one of its strengths. The application gives you the chance to showcase your complete background – from your professional journey and career goals to your personal experiences and motivations. INSEAD wants to understand the full picture of who you …
Jordan noticed that a colleague was struggling to contribute during team strategy sessions. Throughout the quarter, he offered support, provided regular feedback, and encouraged her to lead part of the final project presentation — which she delivered with confidence. Nina worked throughout college to support her family but still made time to volunteer as a …
Are you seeking an MBA program with a strong record of job placement in the technology industry? If so, the University of Washington (UW) Foster School of Business might be an excellent choice for you. According to Foster’s MBA employment statistics for its Class of 2024, 47% joined the tech sector after graduation, while 33% …
Asking someone to write you a letter of recommendation can feel awkward – you’re essentially requesting that a busy professor, supervisor, or mentor take time out of their schedule to advocate for you and your future. It’s a big ask. But here’s the good news: you can make it much easier for your recommender to …
In today’s world, where everything moves at lightning speed, we’re constantly making fast decisions. This applies to admissions committees, too. The pressure of their job forces them to make very quick decisions about whose applications they will invest more time in and whose will merit only an obligatory but cursory review before being set aside. …
You’ve outlined your goals and evaluated your qualifications, and now it’s time to dive into the next stage of your MBA journey: program research. The amount of information available can be overwhelming, via rankings, MBA fairs, school websites, Poets&Quants, student blogs, school open houses, and even casual conversations with your neighbor’s sister’s boyfriend’s dad. It’s …
Congratulations! You’ve just completed another step on the road to acceptance to Harvard Business School (HBS) – your interview. Now, you have 24 hours to send HBS your Post-Interview Reflection (PIR). So let’s get started! When it comes to this part of the process, there’s really one major thing you need to do – reflect! …
M7 MBA Programs: Everything You Need to Know in 2025 The M7 business schools represent seven distinct, vivid cultures – each with its own history, values, characteristics, opportunities, and challenges. Of course, there are many commonalities among the M7 schools, as well: all are highly competitive, offer robust academic resources, are supported by committed and …
When crafting application essays – whether for graduate school, business school, or any other competitive program – applicants often focus on highlighting their accomplishments. And it’s easy to understand why. Most candidates are eager to share their significant achievements, such as leading a groundbreaking project, making a meaningful impact through research, or spearheading a successful …
Are you a practicing management consultant applying to business school? If so, you have several advantages over the general applicant. Mainly, your success as a consultant reveals that your work ethic, analytical abilities, and teamwork skills are probably better than most people’s. As a result, MBA programs will likely give you the benefit of the …
Tackling the GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment (EA) is probably the least “fun” part of the MBA application process. If you’re hoping to gain admission to a top MBA program, however, the admissions exam is an essential component that you’ll want to dedicate sufficient time, energy, and focus to. Many candidates wait too late and …
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